What are the responsibilities and job description for the Network Technician position at Ventures Unlimited Inc?
Job Title: Network Technician
Location: Onsite throughout the 7-county metro area (St. Paul, MN and surrounding locations)
Travel: Reliable transportation required
Key Responsibilities
- Install, replace, and configure physical network switches and ports within Council infrastructure
- Support System Engineers with network connectivity troubleshooting and diagnostics
- Assist with wireless connectivity and low-voltage network infrastructure issues
- Transport, load, unload, and secure networking hardware and equipment
- Document completed work through photographs, notes, and shared tracking spreadsheets
- Ensure equipment is installed according to infrastructure standards and specifications
- Communicate installation issues, concerns, and project updates to engineering teams
- Assist with infrastructure equipment layout and deployment activities
- Track hardware inventory and delivery to project locations
- Provide knowledge transfer and technical support to Network Team members as needed
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of relevant experience; OR
- Associate Degree, technical certification, or higher education with 2 years of relevant experience
- Experience supporting network infrastructure installations and troubleshooting
- Ability to work independently at multiple onsite locations
- Reliable transportation for travel throughout the metro area
- Strong communication and documentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Cisco Certification (CCNA or equivalent)
- Microsoft Azure Certification
- Experience with low-voltage power systems and multimedia connectivity
- Experience using SolarWinds or similar monitoring tools
- Experience reading blueprints, floor plans, and technical diagrams
- Experience working in diverse and collaborative team environments